Senior Science Content & Digital Media Specialist (SME II) - OAR HQ (Silver Spring, MD) (Hybrid)

Silver Spring, MD (Hybrid)

$103K/yr – $108K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own and manage science content from idea to publication across NOAA platforms, translating technical findings for diverse audiences and coordinating with OAR and NOAA review processes.

Lead content strategy and editorial development for multiple channels
Translate complex research into audience-appropriate stories, graphics, and videos
Coordinate with OAR Communications Director on sensitive content and engagement

Job Description

Responsibilities

Explain and organize complex scientific information into communication products for OAR leadership and the workforce, demonstrating strong writing and editing skills with experience translating technical information for non-scientific audiences
Provide expert technical and scientific writing and editing for public communication products across OAR digital and print platforms, including news stories, web features, social media posts, and visual content
Research, write, and edit audience-appropriate content for online, social media, and print channels; shepherd content through internal review cycles within OAR and NOAA to ensure scientific accuracy, correct format, and appropriate style
Develop themes, schedules, and content for updates to external websites, internal Google Sites, and social media platforms
Create visual graphics, videos, and other visual materials for use across NOAA platforms
Monitor engagement analytics across digital platforms and apply insights to content strategy
Coordinate with other NOAA teams to showcase OAR mission, work, and activities across NOAA websites and partner platforms
Provide advice and recommendations to the OAR Communications Director on sensitive content issues; recommend and execute new content strategies and innovations to increase public engagement
Document workflows and maintain organized files containing data associated with content development

Requirements

BA/BS in a technical or business discipline — Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, Science Communications, Environmental Science, or a closely related field preferred; advanced degrees or certifications may qualify for shorter periods of required experience
8+ years of professional and/or academic experience

Preferred

Demonstrated experience producing science or technical content for digital platforms, including websites, social media, and multimedia channels for a federal agency or research organization
Strong science or technical writing and editing skills; ability to translate research findings into compelling, accurate, audience-appropriate content across multiple formats and reading levels
Proficiency with visual content creation tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or equivalent platforms; experience producing graphics, short-form video, or infographics for public audiences
Experience managing content through formal scientific or government review and approval processes
Familiarity with web content management systems (CMS) and social media scheduling platforms; experience monitoring and reporting on digital engagement analytics
Knowledge of NOAA, OAR, or federal agency web publishing standards, Section 508 accessibility requirements, and plain language guidelines
SME II candidates: demonstrated experience leading content strategy development and advising senior communications leadership on audience engagement and platform innovation
Ability to obtain and maintain a Low-risk federal security clearance

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off

Salaries

Posted range

$103K/yr – $108K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

The middle of this range ($106K) is 55% above the median base salary for Content Specialist roles in the United States ($68K).

Content Specialist median pay in the United States

$68K/yr

Most pay falls between $59K and $78K. Based on 51 salaries.

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